Sula Indian Restaurant on Commercial Drive is East Vancouver’s flagship destination for authentic Indian cuisine, bringing the diverse culinary landscape of the subcontinent to the heart of “The Drive” since 2010. Each recipe is thoughtfully crafted with fresh ingredients, traditional spices, and time-honored regional techniques. To ensure the highest quality, we prepare six signature mother gravies daily, flash-finished with house-ground garam masalas and aromatic herbs.
Our expansive Commercial Drive menu features over 50 dishes, from authentic street food and tandoori classics to delicate coastal seafood and rich meat curries from Kerala, Goa, and Karnataka. Recognized by Vancouver Magazine as the city’s Best Indian Restaurant in 2025, our 1128 Commercial Drive location is a cornerstone of East Vancouver’s vibrant dining scene. We prioritize inclusivity by accommodating all dietary needs, including our dedicated vegan Indian menu and vegan-friendly naans made with coconut cream, ensuring everyone can enjoy a true taste of India.
Please inform your server of any allergies, and celiac guests are kindly asked to identify themselves so we can ensure proper care. Reserve your table online for dinner on Commercial Drive, or enquire about Indian catering in Vancouver for your next event.
Located in the heart of East Vancouver at 1128 Commercial Drive, our flagship restaurant makes it easy to enjoy your favourite Indian dishes on Commercial Drive whether you're dining in, taking out, or planning a celebration.
Experience warm hospitality and bold regional flavors in our cozy, heritage-inspired Commercial Drive dining room, featuring hand-carved wooden doors and a lush garden-inspired setting.
We offer a dedicated vegan Indian menu with regional curries, plus our signature vegan naan made using coconut cream and a special strain of yeast, one of the few in Vancouver.
Order easy Indian food delivery on Commercial Drive or grab Indian takeout in East Vancouver, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends in.
Host private events and group dinners for up to 30 guests at our Commercial Drive location, perfect for birthdays, corporate gatherings, and celebrations on The Drive.
Hosting a party, wedding, or office event? Sula Commercial Drive offers custom menus and full-service Indian catering in Vancouver, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations.
Discover the Sula experience at one of Vancouver's award-winning Indian restaurants. Our Commercial Drive location artfully blends traditional Indian décor with warm modern touches, offering a serene ambiance for date nights, family dinners, and group gatherings on The Drive.
Surrounded by hand-carved wooden doors, earthy tones, and a lush garden-inspired setting, Sula's East Vancouver dining room delivers a uniquely immersive atmosphere. Whether you're stopping in for a leisurely Indian lunch on Commercial Drive or planning an evening out, Sula welcomes you with bold regional flavors and heartfelt hospitality.
1128 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X2
Ph: (604) 215-1130
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Yes. All chicken and lamb at Sula Commercial Drive is halal-certified and has been since we opened in 2010, sourced from trusted local BC suppliers.
Sula Commercial Drive is open for dining Monday to Thursday 11 AM to 10 PM, Friday and Saturday 11 AM to 10:30 PM, and Sunday 11 AM to 9:30 PM. Takeout and home delivery run later, until 11 PM on weeknights and 11:45 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Yes. You can reserve a table online in a few seconds through our Commercial Drive reservations page, and walk-ins are welcome, though weekends fill up quickly.
Yes. Sula is one of the few Indian kitchens in Vancouver to make vegan naan, using coconut cream, alongside a dedicated vegan menu. Many curries are naturally gluten-friendly, and our team will flag exactly what is safe for your needs.
Happy hour runs daily: Monday to Friday from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM, with discounted Indian street food and signature cocktails.
Absolutely. Our flagship comfortably hosts private groups of around 30 guests, and the full room can be booked for larger celebrations. Group dining starts at 7 guests through our group reservations page.
Yes. Order takeout or home delivery online. Delivery is available within about 8 km for a flat $5 fee with a $35 minimum order, and takeout is served later than the dining room, until 11 PM on weeknights.
Opened in 2010, our Commercial Drive flagship is known for its heritage, garden-like setting and a menu of more than 50 curries, built on six mother gravies made fresh daily and finished with house-ground masalas.